Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Total Assets
QFR223371USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
181,682.00
Year-over-Year Change
18.83%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total assets of U.S. corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys manufacturing sector, providing insight into the financial health and investment capacity of a critical industrial segment. The metric serves as a key indicator of industrial infrastructure, capital investment, and potential economic productivity.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The total assets metric represents the cumulative value of all resources owned by corporations in this specific manufacturing sector, including physical equipment, property, financial investments, and operational capital. Economists use this data to assess industrial sector strength, potential for economic expansion, and long-term investment trends.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations to regulatory agencies, then aggregated and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate industrial sector performance, potential infrastructure investments, and broader manufacturing economic health.
Key Facts
- Represents total financial resources in iron, steel, and ferroalloys manufacturing
- Quarterly data provides dynamic view of sector's financial capacity
- Reflects potential for industrial expansion and capital investment
FAQs
Q: What does 'total assets' mean in this context?
A: Total assets include all financial resources, physical equipment, property, and investments owned by corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys manufacturing sector.
Q: Why are total assets important for understanding the economy?
A: Total assets indicate a sector's financial health, investment capacity, and potential for future economic growth and productivity.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: This data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of the sector's financial resources and potential.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers use this data to assess industrial sector strength, potential infrastructure investments, and economic development strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents a specific manufacturing subsector and should be considered alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Total Assets [QFR223371USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025